Classroom Support Specialist Paraprofessional

Ballard CSD; Huxley (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flex spending

Dependent care accounts

IPERS contributions

Paid leave

Job summary

Ballard Community School district is seeking full-time paraprofessionals to support students across buildings. The role is about 36 hours weekly and covers 173 student contact days, with 4 paid holidays.

Benefits include a district health plan, life insurance, long-term disability, and more. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus preferred credentials such as para-educator certification or an associate/bachelor degree.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Prefer candidates with 60 college credits or an associate degree or higher.
• Para-educator certification or teaching degree preferred.
• Ability to relate to children with varied needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in special or general education classrooms.
• Assist instruction with individuals or small groups.
• Supervise students during other components of the day.

Skills

Active listening

Written communication

Oral communication

Patience

Compassion

Relate to diverse learners

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 college credits / higher

Associate degree or higher

Para-educator certification

Experience as elementary paraprofessional

Teaching degree

Job description

Ballard Community School district is seeking full-time paraprofessionals to support students across buildings. The role is about 36 hours weekly and covers 173 student contact days, with 4 paid holidays.

Benefits include a district health plan, life insurance, long-term disability, and more. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, plus preferred credentials such as para-educator certification or an associate/bachelor degree.